Space Mission Control Lead

Do you dream of working on designing and delivering the ground systems that power next-generation space missions?

And do you want to contribute to innovative hightech projects that help our customers build up a lasting lead in the world of technology? While at the same time you will be working for a company where you and your personal development are our priority? Then you are the candidate we are looking for!

As a Space Mission Control Lead, you’ll lead the charge in developing, testing, and delivering cutting-edge satellite ground systems and mission payload systems. Working closely with talented developers, forward-thinking customers, and mission-driven teams, you will:

• Define and Manage Requirements:
  Shape the future of ground systems by collaborating with stakeholders to define software, hardware, processes and procedure needs.
• Design & Deliver:
  Oversee the design, integration, and deployment of large-scale systems that meet mission critical requirements.
• Develop & Implement:
  Create plans and procedures for software and hardware integration into mission-critical systems including simulators and flat-sat systems.
• Oversee Testing:
  Lead integrated systems test events including mission simulations to verify systems and procedures prior to launch.
• Support On-Orbit Operations:
  Develop material to train operations teams and provide support to launch, early operations, nominal and contingency operations, testing and overall mission success.
• Drive
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Build strong relationships with customers, teammates and stakeholders, driving innovation and excellence at every step.

• 5+ years experience in ground systems, software design, or related fields.
• Experience in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.
• Experience in comfortably communicating technical details verbally and in writing.
• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or similar engineering, or a related technical field.
• The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Experience in ground systems and mission operations for operational small-sat spacecraft missions.
• Expertise in UAV ISR mission areas.
• Experience with MoD (Ministry of Defense) systems and stakeholders.

You will be working for our customer, who is at the forefront of space mission design. They focus on three areas:
Space Systems Engineer, Critical Asset Security; and Modeling, Simulation and Analysis. They use their experience to collaborate and offer more expertise to civil, defense, and commercial customers in the Netherlands and US.

Technology means progress. Continually finding ways to do things differently, to improve products, services, and processes. That is what makes the heart of every technology organization and tech professional beat faster. In the projects they are working on, but also for themselves. That means something different for each individual. For one person, it means being guided to their dream project; for the other, it means developing their skills.

Making that possible, that is the human touch. And that is what makes our heart beat faster.

ENTER specializes in multiple competencies:
Chemical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Physics, Production Development and Software Technology.

ENTER's professionals work with our partners and customers on a project basis. We select and match projects and employees by focusing on experience, ambitions, personality and, of course, a passion for technology. Communication and writing skills also play a role in making the ideal match.

Our business managers and recruiters work closely together, making sure we have the right colleagues available for our customers at the right time. We also offer our employees a broad career perspective.

#techwithaheartbeat

• A driven team and an inspiring working environment where our motto #techwithaheartbeat is at the heart of our company!
• Driven and enthusiastic colleagues;
• Lots of room for growth and development;
• Recurring socials such as the annual BBQ, Christmas dinner, a pub quiz and our fully catered family day in the Efteling;

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